How to Clean a Mattress with Baking Soda and Vinegar

There are many different kinds of mattresses on the market these days. The two seemingly most popular are regular ‘normal’ mattresses and then the ones made from foam and hybrids of other materials such as latex.

WHAT KIND OF MATTRESS DO YOU HAVE?

Cleaning under the bed is another important note to add. While you are working on cleaning your mattress make sure that you check under the bed and vacuum the area well. 

WHEN IS THE LAST TIME THAT YOU CLEANED UNDER THE BED?

Using a mattress protectoron any mattress in your home prevents a number of things that can happen resulting in a ruined mattress. And mattresses aren’t cheap! Using a protector will prevent damage from accidents and spills, especially if you have pets and children.

Do you use a mattress protector?

Not in guessing years but what year did you actually buy it? Old mattresses can be bad for your body and health. It is recommended to replace your mattress every 6 to 8 years depending on the type and how worn out it has become in that time frame. A good mattress is a key to good sleep.

How old is your mattress?

Baking soda is cheap, non-toxic and its properties allow it to absorb moisture and odors easily.  Vinegar is also inexpensive and kills bacteria and odors almost instantly. 

WHY USING BAKING SODA AND VINEGAR TO CLEAN YOUR MATTRESS WORKS

What you need:   Vinegar, baking soda, spray bottle, sifter, and a vacuum cleaner.

HOW TO CLEAN THE MATTRESS

Step 1: Remove all of the bedding and toss it in the wash.    Step 2: Either soak or wash your mattress protector if you are using one, if not, read above why you should have one.

HOW TO CLEAN THE MATTRESS

Step 3: Spray a light coating of vinegar over then entire mattress, making sure that you are covering it all. You can saturate stains with the vinegar to help remove odors. Le this sit for a few hours for the vinegar to settle in.

HOW TO CLEAN THE MATTRESS

How to Clean a Mattress with Baking Soda and Vinegar